Sequential Order for Escalation Signature Form

All 120 Day Escalation Forms must be submitted in sequential order as indicated below (Steps 1-4). If the form is submitted out of sequence it will be returned to the originating department and denied. Resubmission will be required for consideration.

1. Originating department prepares the Escalation Memo and obtains all necessary signatures, which include the form Preparer, Principal Investigator, and Department Head/Chair.
2. Submit the 120 Day Escalation Form (along with relevant UFIN or Direct Retro) to the Extramural Funds Accounting Manager for review. If approved the escalation form will be routed to the Controller for review and approves or denies escalation requests. The Extramural Funds Accounting Manager is responsible for processing escalation requests which includes tracking the request, communicating the decision on the request, and processing cost transfers for approved requests.
3. The Controller or designee reviews and approves or denies escalation requests prior to routing to the Vice Chancellor of Research.
4. Vice Chancellor of Research reviews and endorses or denies escalation requests. The decision of the Vice Chancellor or designee is final.